With DA approval from the council, trees may be removed from the nature strip if they are ill positioned for driveways. This tree in Concord was removed under a DA approval. No doubt a new tree will replace it, in a more convenient location.

The 10/50 rule allows for the removal of shrubs and trees within close proximity to buildings in bush fire prone zones. This property in Galston required the removal of a dead tree and several bushes close to the house. It is never worth the risk of leaving dead wood close to residential buildings.

We are often asked by home-owners if they are required to remove any trees that are close proximity to their house. They are concerned that having a tree near their house may void their home insurance policy. This is a complicated question to answer as there are many different types of insurance policies available. The…

The NSW Government has introduced a new law that allows people to clear vegetation surrounding their homes. The intent of the law to allow homes to be better prepared for bush fires in NSW. Key points to the new 10/50 legislation are: Trees within 10 metres of a home can be removed without seeking council…